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Bearcat Babble: Lander Students Travel to Iconic National Parks

Lander University values travel as education because it allows students to have the chance to appreciate other cultures, art, history and the...

Lander Hosts Annual Golf Fundraiser for Scholarships

Golfers from across the region gathered at Lakeside Country Club on Thursday, May 21, for the 7th annual Samuel Lander Golf Classic.

One for the Record Books

From the classroom to the national stage, Lander University student-athletes deliver one of the most successful years in school history.

Lander Announces Faculty Tenure and Promotions

Lander University President Dr. Richard Cosentino has announced the names of nine outstanding members of the faculty who have been promoted and/or...

Lander Announces Spring 2026 Graduates

Lander University conferred bachelor’s and master’s degrees to its newest alumni May 6.

Lander University Announces Honor Rolls

Lander University announces the undergraduate students who are recognized with the honor of making the President’s List, Dean's List and...

Behind the Build: Lander’s Bearcat Topiary Roars to Life for Festival of Flowers

Standing tall among the colorful topiaries of Greenwood’s renowned South Carolina Festival of Flowers, Lander University’s Bearcat is...

Lander Salutes Staff Members Who Make a Difference Every Day

The dedication and behind-the-scenes efforts of Lander University employees were celebrated as the University honored members of its staff with...

Generations of Service: Lander Tradition Connects Mother, Daughters

For one Lakelands family, Lander University is more than an alma mater. It is a shared thread woven through decades of service and compassion.

Shaping Our Communities: Art Students Forge Historical Tribute for Ninety Six

The site of two historic mills in Ninety Six has been transformed into a special place to remember South Carolina’s textile heritage, and...

Lander, Dr. Kevin Witherspoon Honored for Advancing Dr. Benjamin E. Mays’ Legacy

The recipients of the 2026 Mays Legacy Awards include Lander University and Dr. Kevin B. Witherspoon, a Lander professor of history.

Lander ROTC Cadets Commissioned as Second Lieutenants

Three Lander University graduates recently took the oath to serve as officers in the U.S. Army during a commissioning ceremony at Presbyterian...

Celebrating Something Different: Lander Hosts Graduate Hooding, Online Pinning Ceremony

When one thinks of going to college, there are a couple of “back-to-school” cliches that may come to mind.

Giving Back to the Next Generation: Lander Honors Successful Accounting Alumnus with Inaugural Award

On Thursday, May 7, the College of Business and Technology had the opportunity to name one Lander alumnus as the Community Collaborator of the Year.

Driven by Compassion, Lander Nursing Graduates Ready for the Next Chapter

On their first day of nursing school at Lander University, many students experienced similar emotions: excitement for the future mixed with fear,...

Once Again, Lander Students Win Big at Speech and Theatre Festival

Earlier this semester, several students demonstrated their dedication to a holistic, career-focused education at the annual South Carolina Speech...

Chief Justice Honors Lander with Historic Proclamation

As the United States looks to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, leaders of South Carolina’s...

Lander’s College of Education Gives Annual Awards to Graduates, Pins Future Educators

Graduates of Lander University’s College of Education are ready to put their education to use in classrooms.

By Making the Most of Every Opportunity, Rose Castillo Found Growth and Discovery

As Rose Castillo crossed the stage at Lander University’s commencement ceremony on May 6, she carried with her more than a degree. She...

SC Chief Justice Encourages Lander Grads to Lead with Mind and Heart

As Lander University graduates prepared to step into the next chapter of their lives, South Carolina Chief Justice John W. Kittredge encouraged...

Amelia Beasley Showcases Lander Spirit with her Heart of Servitude

Amelia Beasley, a business administration major with a pre-law minor, is a senior from Elgin, South Carolina. She has dreamed of becoming a lawyer...

Three Elected to Lander Board of Trustees; University Welcomes Newest Member

When the South Carolina General Assembly held elections for college and university boards of trustees Wednesday, April 15, members re-elected two...

Lander’s College of Science and Mathematics Celebrates Student Achievement at Awards Ceremony

In the College of Science and Mathematics, students are busy doing.

Board of Trustees to Meet May 5

The next meeting of the Lander University Board of Trustees is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, at 2 p.m.

Lander Honors College Holds Annual Awards Ceremony

Lander University’s Honors College graduates are preparing to head from graduation into the workforce or graduate school. Before they walk...